GlobalFoundries Receives $300 Million Award from U.S. Department of Commerce for Silicon Photonics Development
GlobalFoundries (GFS) announced it has signed a letter of intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce to receive up to $300 million in funding aimed at accelerating next-generation silicon photonics development. The technology uses light instead of electrical signals to transfer data, offering faster and more efficient performance for advanced computing applications. The announcement came ahead of market open on Wednesday and triggered a nearly 15% surge in GlobalFoundries' shares during premarket trading. This funding is expected to support the company's research into silicon photonics at its facilities across New York state, potentially enhancing U.S. leadership in semiconductor innovation while addressing growing demand for high-speed data transfer solutions. The investment aligns with broader government efforts under the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 to bolster domestic chip manufacturing capabilities.
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